Flood Watch
2026-08-03T20:00:00-04:00

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of northern Florida, including the following areas, Gilchrist, Southwestern Columbia, Suwannee, Western Alachua and Western Marion. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Around 2 to 5 inches of rain fell over this past weekend for areas along and west of I-75. An additional 1 to 3 inches of rain are possible today. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

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Flood Watch
Until 2026-08-03T20:00:00-04:00 • National Weather Service
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of northern Florida, including the following areas, Gilchrist, Southwestern Columbia, Suwannee, Western Alachua and Western Marion. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Around 2 to 5 inches of rain fell over this past weekend for areas along and west of I-75. An additional 1 to 3 inches of rain are possible today. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

SUWANNEE RIVER AT ELLAVILLE, FLA

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1,360

Discharge (cfs)

2.2

Gauge Height (ft)

USGS 02319500

Streamflow discharge was last observed at 1,360 cfs, and a gauge height of 2.19 feet. With the % decrease since yesterday, the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 1,373 .

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The river is fed by multiple tributaries and its flow is affected by rainfall and drought conditions. The flow rate can range from 50 to 5,000 cubic feet per second, with the highest levels occurring during the wet season (June-September). There are several dams along the river, including the Suwannee Dam and the Ellaville Dam. Interesting facts about the river include its designation as a National Wild and Scenic River and its association with the popular song "Old Folks at Home."

August 3, 2026

Elevation	28.0 ft
Last Updated
Gage height, ft	2.19 ft
Streamflow, ft³/s	1360.0 ft3/s
Percent of Normal	39%
Year Over Year Average	3,505 cfs
24hr Flow Prediction	cfs
Maximum Recorded	34,900 cfs

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Suwannee River At Ellaville, Fla Realtime Data

SUWANNEE RIVER AT ELLAVILLE, FLA

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1,360

Discharge (cfs)

2.2

Gauge Height (ft)

August 3, 2026

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Suwannee River At Ellaville, Fla Realtime Data

SUWANNEE RIVER AT ELLAVILLE, FLA

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1,360

Discharge (cfs)

2.2

Gauge Height (ft)

August 3, 2026

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